1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 230 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
Model | Sapphire | Antara |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |